Karri - Sonhat, Korea
Karri is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from Sonhat and around 37 km from Baikunthpur. Salgawankala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karri is 431547. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.62 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Karri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karri
According to the 2011 Census, Karri village had a total population of 287 people, including 151 males and 136 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.49%, with male literacy at 80.16% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 151 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 101 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 50 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Karri
Karri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Karri is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karri
Where is Karri located?
Karri village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karri?
The Gram Panchayat of Karri is Salgawankala.
What is the pincode of Karri?
The pincode of Karri is 497339.
What is the population of Karri?
Karri had a total population of 287, including 151 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Karri?
Karri had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karri was 67.49%. Male literacy was 80.16% and female literacy was 53.85%.